Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Warwick, Rhode Island. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone with keen attention to detail and a strong background in managing vendor invoices and payment processes. The role requires expertise in accounts reconciliation, compliance standards, and month-end close procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices by reviewing, coding, and routing them for approval.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and address any discrepancies to ensure accuracy.
• Match purchase orders to corresponding invoices to maintain proper documentation.
• Prepare and execute payment runs, including checks and ACH transactions.
• Support month-end closing activities by reconciling accounts payable, preparing reports, and creating journal entries for prepaid expenses.
• Maintain adherence to compliance standards and organize documentation effectively.
• Utilize QuickBooks to manage accounts payable processes.
• Provide accounts payable support across multiple office locations. Requirements
• Proven experience in accounts payable processes, including invoice coding and reconciliation.
• Strong knowledge of account coding and financial documentation.
• Proficiency in handling ACH transactions and check runs.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
• Ability to manage month-end close activities, including journal entries and report preparation.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational abilities to maintain compliance and documentation standards.
• Effective communication skills for vendor account management.

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